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Mets Pursue Blockbuster Trade for $100M Gold Glove Outfielder
Potential deal would pair Byron Buxton with Juan Soto and Luis Robert Jr. in Mets' revamped lineup
Feb. 25, 2026 at 10:23pm
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The New York Mets, after missing out on free agent Kyle Tucker, have already made several big moves this offseason, including signing infielder Bo Bichette to a 3-year, $126 million contract and trading for center fielder Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox. Now, reports indicate the Mets may not be done, with the team potentially pursuing a blockbuster trade for veteran outfielder Byron Buxton from the Minnesota Twins.
Why it matters
Adding Buxton, a Gold Glove-caliber defender with immense power potential, would give the Mets one of the most formidable outfield trios in baseball alongside Juan Soto and Luis Robert Jr. This would significantly bolster the Mets' lineup as they look to rebound from a disappointing 2025 season and return to the playoffs.
The details
Buxton, who is set to earn over $100 million in his current contract, would provide the Mets with a proven power bat and elite defensive presence in center field. The move would reunite Buxton with Soto, his former teammate on the Washington Nationals, and pair him with the rising star Robert Jr. in what could be one of the most dynamic outfields in Major League Baseball.
- The Mets missed out on free agent Kyle Tucker earlier this offseason.
- New York recently signed infielder Bo Bichette to a 3-year, $126 million contract.
- The Mets also traded for center fielder Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox.
The players
Byron Buxton
A veteran outfielder and Gold Glove winner who is currently under contract with the Minnesota Twins.
Juan Soto
A star outfielder who the Mets acquired in a trade last offseason.
Luis Robert Jr.
A young center fielder the Mets recently acquired from the Chicago White Sox.
Bo Bichette
An infielder the Mets signed to a 3-year, $126 million contract this offseason.
What they’re saying
“Adding as much firepower into the batting order is necessary. The Mets had a disappointing 2025 season, fell short of the MLB postseason and now have to figure out how to contend in 2026. The Mets added Juan Soto last offseason as their big addition and now they need to replace Pete Alonso's bat. Buxton seems like the perfect option.”
— Mark Powell, FanSided Writer
What’s next
If the Mets are able to acquire Buxton, it would give them one of the most formidable outfield trios in baseball alongside Soto and Robert Jr. as they look to rebound from a disappointing 2025 season and return to the playoffs.
The takeaway
The Mets have been extremely aggressive this offseason, making several big moves to reshape their roster. Acquiring Buxton would be another major statement, potentially giving them one of the most potent lineups in the league as they aim to contend for a championship in 2026.
